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  • Stand a chance to win a Fieldbar with Angostura Cocoa and Orange Bitters

    When it comes to all things in the kitchen and behind the bar, ANGOSTURA® cocoa and orange bitters have your back – from whipping up delectable desserts, to creative cocktails, they never let you down. And they’re not about to start now – with their new summer campaign, you could stand a chance to win […] More

  • The Marine Stewardship Council launches Ocean Cookbook 2024

    Chef Naledi Toona joins the global movement in support of sustainable seafood for healthy oceans – seafood that’s good for you and the ocean too. The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the ocean not-for-profit responsible for the world’s leading sustainable seafood ecolabel, has launched its well anticipated ‘Ocean Cookbook 2024’. The free, digital cookbook brings together […] More

  • Urban Umami

    Located in the heart of Century City’s most vibrant precinct, Urban Umami is the perfect destination for a night out with friends, a romantic dinner or a family gathering. Discover the taste of Umami with the perfect blend of local ingredients and oriental flavour. At Urban Umami, the culinary team believe in using only the […] More

  • Enjoy a Chocolate & Wine Pairing at Spier Wine Farm

    Spier’s Chocolate & Wine Tasting was one of the winelands’ very first wine and food pairing innovations, and is still one of its most popular. This season, Spier introduces a delectable new offering, ideal for anyone looking to refine their pairing palate a little further—or simply seeking a bit of indulgence. In collaboration with the […] More

  • Spier Creative Block 2 paired with Anchovy-stuffed Arancini with Aioli

    The Italians invented all kinds of clever ways to use up leftover bread and risotto. These beautiful golden nuggets are made from leftover saffron risotto (or use whatever flavour you have on hand), stuffed with salty anchovy fillets, crumbed and deep-fried, then dipped into creamy garlic mayonnaise. The prep might seem intensive, but the results […] More

  • Low-ABV Cocktails with Angostura: Heighten your Drinking Experience whilst lowering your Alcohol!

    Heading into 2024, the trend toward mindful drinking has only continued to soar, largely driven by the gen-z consumer base. With the growing demand for low-ABV and non-alcoholic alternatives, mixologists are stepping up to the challenge, crafting innovative concoctions that challenge the conventional idea of what a satisfying drink entails. If you are the designated […] More

  • Mushrooms are a Super Cool Superfood in 2024!

    According to global trend analysts and pundits from the food industry, 2024 is going to be another great year for mushrooms!  Whole Foods in the US each year puts out its predictions on what we will be eating, and those in the know say they’re pretty accurate year in and year out! According to Forbes, […] More

  • Make meetings matter at Spier Wine Farm

    Meet at Spier Wine Farm and let the fresh farm air and free-range living stimulate your strategic thinking. Just 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, you’ll enjoy all of the convenience but none of the hassle of coordinating a meet-up in the city. Spier’s venues satisfy multiple group dynamics, accommodating intimate gatherings of a […] More

  • A season of glamour with the Classic Martini by Cape Town Gin

    For over a century, the Classic Martini has served as a global symbol of sophistication – and it all begins in the late 1800s, when the original martini was born. The simple equal-part-sweet-vermouth-and-gin cocktail quickly grew in popularity. However, during the early 1900s, preferences were skewing towards crisper, more spirit-forward cocktails – so the martini […] More

  • Adjust Your Spirit Levels – A New Era of Low-ABV Cocktails with Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks

    Low alcohol by volume cocktails are having a moment. Top mixologists share their tips and perspectives on the trend shaking up the mixology scene, from appetising aperitivos, to their favourite Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks flavours and creative tricks. Spirit-forward serves are undoubtedly the sexy classics of the cocktail world. James Bond never asked for a […] More

  • Creative Summer Season Cocktails with Cape Town Gin

    Add a touch of creativity to your recipes this holiday season! With South Africa being in the height of summer, you have to find creative recipes that celebrate the season, but that are also refreshing. Luckily, you don’t have to look far, because Cape Town Gin has just the recipes for this season! From your […] More